• Criminology Graduate Teaching Assistant

Philosophy Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A London-based education agency is seeking Graduate Teaching Assistants to support vulnerable children aged 4–11 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in primary schools across North London. The role involves providing 1:1 and group support, assisting with emotional regulation and classroom management, and collaborating with teachers and external agencies. Ideal for criminology graduates passionate about child development and education.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Immediate starts

Opportunity to gain valuable experience

Qualifications

• Must hold a Criminology or related degree.
• Experience in education, mentoring, youth work, or mental health is ideal.
• Genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to pupils with SEND and behavioural needs.
• Assist with classroom management and emotional regulation.
• Implement targeted intervention strategies.

Skills

Experience working with children

Passion for supporting children with additional needs

Resilience

Enthusiasm for education

Education

Criminology or related degree

Job description

Are you a Criminology graduate with a keen interest in child development, behaviour, and safeguarding? Are you looking to gain hands-on experience supporting vulnerable young children in a school setting?

We are working with a number of Primary schools across North London seeking caring, confident, and proactive graduates to support pupils aged 4–11 with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and behavioural challenges.

In this role, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEND and behavioural needs
• Assist with classroom management, emotional regulation, and individual learning plans
• Implement targeted intervention strategies in collaboration with the SENCO and class teacher
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement, independence, and self-esteem
• Work closely with external agencies, including CAMHS, therapists, and safeguarding teams, where appropriate

Flexible work options

We have full-time Graduate Teaching Assistant contracts available in primary schools across North London.

We are also looking for Criminology Graduate Teaching Assistants to work on a more flexible cover basis with immediate starts. This is ideal if you just want to work a few days in local primary schools, or want to build experience across various year groups. Supply Teaching Assistant work can be provided in advance and first thing in the morning to cover absences.

We welcome applicants who:

• Hold a Criminology (or related) degree
• Have experience working with children – ideally in education, mentoring, youth work, or mental health
• Are enthusiastic, resilient, and genuinely passionate about supporting children with additional needs
• Are available to work immediately or from the upcoming academic term

Teaching Assistant roles are ideal for Criminology graduates who want to make a real difference while developing valuable experience in areas such as early intervention, child psychology and educational support.

To apply, please submit your CV along with a brief covering note outlining your interest and relevant experience.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days.